Igor "Ice Cold" Vovchanchyn

Ever been hit by a two by four? Igor Vovchanchyn's opponents will tell you that's exactly what his striking fists feel like. This heavy hitter from the north first established his "KO" reputation by competing in Vale Tudo tournaments throughout Brazil and Russia. Today, as one of the featured fighters in PRIDE, little has changed; Vovchanchyn continues to pound his opponents, including one of the most dramatic knockouts in mixed martial arts history against Francisco Bueno at PRIDE 8. Despite his brutal fighting style, Vovchanchyn remains the opposite outside the ring ... warm, approachable, and a true sportsman.